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Introduction to the Course --- Public Speaking Outline General purpose: To inform Specific purpose: To inform the students about the purposes to open this course, about the way this course will be conducted, about the requirements they should meet and about the grading. Central idea: This talk will cover five purposes of the course --- public speaking; the way the course will be conducted and the teaching schedule; 14 requirements to ensure an effective result; and the composition of the final score. Introduction I. “Good ladies, morning and gentlemen.” Did you realize I made a mistake in my greeting? You may wonder why I would make such a mistake. Stage fright may make speakers commit silly blunders. II As a veteran teacher of English I find Chinese students are reluctant to make a public speech. Chinese students are more likely to have stage fright because they are not or less well-trained. Public speech is a compulsory course in most of the American universities.. III. For the next 30 minutes or so I’d like to talk about the purposes of this course, the way the course will be conducted and the requirements you should meet and grading scheme. (Transition: Let’s start with purposes of this course.) Body I. There are five main purposes to open this course. A. The first purpose is to help you learn the basic skills in preparing and delivering a speech effectively. 1. How to choose a topic 2. How to write an outline of a speech 3. How to organize a speech 4. How to make your vocal language more effective 5. How to use verbal language accurately, clearly, vividly, appropriately 6. How to use non-verbal language effectively 7. How to use visual aids in an effective way 8. How to practice and rehearse a speech 9. How to prepare answers to possible questions from the audience B. The second purpose is to help you find and then overcome your problems in making public speeches. 1. This course i